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SALARY:
$3,964.00 - $4,492.00 Monthly
OPENING DATE: 07/17/19
CLOSING DATE: 08/11/19 05:00 PM
DESCRIPTION:
Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission
AGENCY PROFILE
State Parks is governed by a board of seven volunteer citizens appointed by the Governor. Commission members serve staggered six-year terms, setting public policy and guiding the agency. The Washington state park system includes more than 100 developed parks, recreation programs, trails, boating safety and winter recreation.
Our Mission
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission cares for Washington's most treasured lands, waters and historic places. State parks connect all Washingtonians to their diverse natural and cultural heritage and provide memorable recreational and educational experiences that enhance their lives.
Our Vision
Washington's state parks will be cherished destinations with natural, cultural, recreational, artistic and interpretive experiences that all Washingtonians enjoy, appreciate and proudly support.
Washington State Parks employs more than 500 permanent staff and more than 350 seasonal and temporary staff throughout the state. The headquarters office is located in Tumwater, and region offices are located in Burlington, East Wenatchee and Tumwater.
This recruitment is for one full-time, non-permanent Equipment Operator 2 position at Lake Easton State Park located in the Central Cascades Area in Kittitas County, Washington.
For more information on Lake Easton State Park, click here.
Please note- The expected duration of this non-permanent appointment will be six (6) months, from October 1st through March 31st 2020.
If you have questions regarding this recruitment, please contact the manager listed in the "Supplemental Information" section of this publication.
DUTIES:
Under the Supervision of the Equipment Operator Supervisor, the Equipment Operator 2 contributes to the success of the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail and the Central Cascades Area Winter Recreation Program through skilled equipment operation, grooming equipment operation and maintenance. The primary duties include the operation & maintenance of the park area's heavy equipment, grooming and transportation of equipment for maintenance of trail infrastructure, and Nordic trail and recreational sledding grooming.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Operates snow cats, snowmobiles, loaders, blowers, and various sized plow trucks in adverse weather conditions.
Performs equipment transport duties using Class A & B trucks to the area's snow parks including loading and unloading, oversize load transport, chaining tires, shoveling and clearing transport equipment, and securing equipment for highway travel in adverse weather conditions.
Performs maintenance of the Palouse to Cascades State Park Trail and facilities.
Maintains stream channels near bridges and large culverts to insure unhindered water flow.
Operates Class A and B trucks, tractors, loaders, powered cranes, excavators, bulldozers, carry-alls, snowplows, graders and similar equipment.
Loads and unloads equipment, puts chains on tires, shovel, clear transport equipment and secure equipment for highway travel in adverse weather conditions.
Performs minor maintenance and repairs on equipment including: welding, service, lubrication, cleaning, and maintaining service records.
Makes emergency adjustments on equipment.
QUALIFICATIONS:
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE, LICENSURE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Three (3) years of experience in the operation and maintenance of heavy equipment including operation of bulldozers, graders, excavators, cranes, front loaders, or similar equipment.
An unrestricted motor vehicle operator's license with a Class A Commercial Driver's License (CDL).
Note: This position is subject to pre-employment and random drug & alcohol screening.
DESIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
Ability to work independently and as a team member.
Ability to proactively, respectfully, and effectively communicate with the public.
Excellent or organizational skills.
SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:
HOW TO APPLY
To ensure consideration, please complete the online job application and profile at www.careers.wa.gov. Use reference number 06986 when searching for the job announcement.
You must attach in your application the following:
-Letter of Interest specifically addressing the qualifications listed in this announcement.
-Current resume.
-Three professional references.
All requested materials must be submitted. Incomplete or late application materials will not be accepted. Failure to follow application process may disqualify you from further consideration.
The information provided in your application must support your selected answers in the application questions. Answers will be verified and documentation may be required. Responses not supported in your application will disqualify you for consideration of employment from this recruitment.
NOTE: Prior to a new hire, a background check, including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment, but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
This position is included in the non-supervisory bargaining unit represented by the Washington Federation of State Employees (WFSE). For more information: https://wfse.org/
Diversity Policy Statement
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is committed to creating an equitable, hospitable, appreciative, safe, and inclusive park environment one that embraces the full spectrum of all community members' contributions. The Commission makes this commitment because:
Diversity strengthens the workforce in competence and ability;
Celebrating diversity appreciates and values individual differences;
Diversity serves an increasingly heterogeneous society;
Diversity helps ensure the relevance of a state park system, its mission, properties, and programs to the people of this state today and in the future; and
Diversity is crucial to our ability to serve all citizens.
The Commission encourages and supports staff efforts to reach out to people of all races, national origins, abilities, religions, sexual orientations, veteran status, ages, and genders who use the parks and who live in communities nearby parks. This outreach is to focus on engaging in partnerships that expand programs and services in a way that is meaningful and of value to all people. The Commission is dedicated to offering quality experiences to all visitors through a workforce and volunteer corps that reflects the diversity of Washington State.
The Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is an equal opportunity employer. We strive to create a working environment that includes and respects cultural, racial, ethnic, sexual orientation and gender identity diversity. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons over 40 years of age, disabled and Vietnam veterans and people of all sexual orientations and gender identities are encouraged to apply. Persons needing accommodation in the application process or this job announcement in an alternative format may contact the human resources office at (360) 902-8565. Applicants who are deaf or hard of hearing may call through the Washington Relay Service by dialing 7-1-1 or 1-800-833-6388.
For information about this position, please contact John Badda at John.Badda@parks.wa.gov or (509) 260-1262.
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